2009 Ford F-250 vs. 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 564 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-250 | 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | F-250 | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 16 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1530 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 70 L |